Local recreational soccer games times and formats - Recreational soccer IS NOT governed by the formal rules of soccer. Where applicable, under rules and mandates set forth by US Youth Soccer and the Connecticut Junior Soccer Association, the rules for recreational soccer have been modified depending on the agre group of the players. The older players get, the closer play comes to the formal FIFA rules. The implementation of these local rules and mandates have been discussed and adopted by the presidents of all of our local Northeast Connecticut soccer leagues.

FIFA Official Laws of the Game - the most recent update of the complete international rules of soccer. This link will take you to our League Documents Page where the FIFA rules can be found under the "Soccer Rules" folder.

Documents

Coach-Volunteer Code of Conduct *- Form contains the rules imposed upon coaches and volunteers by BYS and the Connecticut Junior Soccer Association. ALL COACHES AND VOLUNTEERS SHOULD READ THIS FORM, BECAUSE YOU ARE AGREEING TO ITS TERMS AND CONDITIONS BY SUBMITTING THE COACH-VOLUNTEER REGISTRATION FORM!!

US Youth Soccer Player Development Model *- The purpose of this document is to help youth soccer coaches and soccer clubs to raise the level of play across the country. This can be achieved by becoming aware of player capabilities and aspirations at each state of their development and by creating positive, player-centered, learning environments.

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